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House Passes the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
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House Passes the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act

The police reform bill now moves to Senate.
By Donna Owens · Mar 4, 2021
Sonceria ‘Ann’ Berry Sworn In as 35th Secretary Of The Senate
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Sonceria ‘Ann’ Berry Sworn In as 35th Secretary Of The Senate

She is the first African American to serve in the position, which was created in 1789.
By Donna Owens · Mar 2, 2021
Congressman Hakeem Jeffries Reintroduces Legislation to Criminalize Police Chokeholds
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Congressman Hakeem Jeffries Reintroduces Legislation to Criminalize Police Chokeholds

Gwen Carr, mother of Eric Garner, and National Action Network Urge Action on the bill 
By Donna Owens · Mar 2, 2021
NASA Names D.C. Headquarters After ‘Hidden Figure’ Mary W. Jackson 
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NASA Names D.C. Headquarters After ‘Hidden Figure’ Mary W. Jackson 

STEM getting renewed attention from White House and members of Congress
By Donna Owens · Mar 1, 2021
Vice President Kamala Harris Keynotes Black History Month Event
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Vice President Kamala Harris Keynotes Black History Month Event

40th annual program featured prayer, music, inspiration.
By Donna Owens · Mar 1, 2021
A Historic Meeting: Vice President Kamala Harris Welcomes Congressional Black Caucus to the White House
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A Historic Meeting: Vice President Kamala Harris Welcomes Congressional Black Caucus to the White House

COVID-19 and the economy were on the agenda
By Donna Owens · Feb 26, 2021
Rep. Karen Bass Reintroduces George Floyd Policing Bill in Congress
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Rep. Karen Bass Reintroduces George Floyd Policing Bill in Congress

Civil Rights Leaders Urge Congress to Pass Legislation.
By Donna Owens · Feb 26, 2021
Congressional Black Caucus Convenes Special Hearing On 100 Day Action Plan
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Congressional Black Caucus Convenes Special Hearing On 100 Day Action Plan

Congresswoman and Chair of the CBC, Joyce Beatty, shares details with ESSENCE.
By Donna Owens · Feb 25, 2021
Senate Confirms Linda Thomas-Greenfield 
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Senate Confirms Linda Thomas-Greenfield 

Veteran Diplomat to serve as the United States ambassador to the United Nations. 
By Donna Owens · Feb 24, 2021
President Biden Addresses Healthcare Coverage for the Uninsured 
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President Biden Addresses Healthcare Coverage for the Uninsured 

A special open enrollment period will begin February 15-May 15.
By Donna Owens · Jan 29, 2021
Senate Confirmation Process Begins for Marcia Fudge and Cecilia Rouse
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Senate Confirmation Process Begins for Marcia Fudge and Cecilia Rouse

Black Women Among Those Nominated for Cabinet Positions by President Joe Biden
By Donna Owens · Jan 28, 2021
Biden Signs Executive Orders To Tackle Racial Inequity 
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Biden Signs Executive Orders To Tackle Racial Inequity 

Housing discrimination and prisons are among the issues addressed.
By Donna Owens · Jan 27, 2021
Impeachment Article of Former President Trump Delivered to Senate
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Impeachment Article of Former President Trump Delivered to Senate

Two Black lawmakers are among the House impeachment managers.
By Donna Owens · Jan 26, 2021
President Biden Lifts Ban on Transgender Military Members
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President Biden Lifts Ban on Transgender Military Members

Executive order enables all qualified Americans to serve in uniform.
By Donna Owens · Jan 26, 2021
Vice President Harris Hits the Ground Running
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Vice President Harris Hits the Ground Running

Friday schedule includes meetings about Covid-19 and more.
By Donna Owens · Jan 22, 2021
An Inauguration Day of ‘History and Hope’
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An Inauguration Day of ‘History and Hope’

Joe Biden is the 46th president; Kamala Harris is the 49th Vice President.
By Donna Owens · Jan 21, 2021
A Busy Day of Firsts for President Biden and Vice President Harris
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A Busy Day of Firsts for President Biden and Vice President Harris

Here’s a Snapshot of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris's Schedule.
By Donna Owens · Jan 20, 2021
VP Kamala Harris Inspires Women and Girls to Dream Big
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VP Kamala Harris Inspires Women and Girls to Dream Big

Harris’s late mother prepared her for leadership
By Donna Owens · Jan 20, 2021
Biden Has Big Plans for First 10 Days
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Biden Has Big Plans for First 10 Days

Priorities include tackling COVID-19, racial equity, economy and climate change.
By Donna Owens · Jan 19, 2021

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